Authors explore Dorchester County roots in new book

1:23 AM,
Nov. 18, 2012

In 1927, Charles Cornish made history as a black businessman who was a pioneer in the automotive business. He was the first African-American licensed for interstate passenger service and he served as a delegate to the Republican convention where he seconded the nomination of Dwight D. Eisenhower as president. Cornish also operated a school bus line.

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Over coffee, authors Ann Foley and Terry White decided to write a book about Dorchester County history.

They didn't have a specific type of book in mind when they started, but they tracked down vintage photos. Then interviews followed. What developed wasn't a book of dates and milestones, but a project that brought bits and pieces of the past to life with humor and feeling. It revealed the county's flavor and personality in a different light.

"Wonderful people gave us wonderful interviews," Foley said, "and we knew we wanted our book to be accessible, fun and interesting." ...